Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting

Alec Baldwin will face a civil trial over the fatal 'Rust' shooting, following the dismissal of his criminal case earlier this year. | Contesto: cronaca

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• Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting

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Alec Baldwin, the actor and producer, will face a civil trial over the fatal shooting on the set of the film 'Rust' in October 2021, a legal proceeding that moves forward after a New Mexico judge dismissed the criminal case against him in 2024. The incident, which resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza, occurred at the Bonanza Creek Ranch near Santa Fe during a rehearsal. The civil suit, brought by Hutchins' family and other crew members, alleges negligence and seeks damages, marking a significant pivot from the now-closed criminal prosecution. The dismissal of the involuntary manslaughter charges earlier this year was a pivotal legal victory for Baldwin, with the judge citing critical failures by the prosecution in handling evidence. This decision effectively ended the state's attempt to hold the actor criminally liable for Hutchins' death. However, the civil litigation operates under a different legal standard, requiring plaintiffs to prove their case by a preponderance of the evidence rather than the 'beyond a reasonable doubt' threshold of a criminal trial. This lower burden of proof makes the civil case a more probable avenue for establishing liability. The civil complaint centers on allegations of systemic safety failures on the set of the low-budget Western. Plaintiffs argue that Baldwin, as a producer, along with other production companies and managers, fostered a reckless environment that prioritized cost-cutting and speed over established firearm safety protocols. Key points of contention include the hiring of an inexperienced armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the presence of live ammunition on a set where it was strictly prohibited, and the alleged failure to conduct proper safety meetings. Baldwin has consistently maintained that he was told the gun was 'cold,' or safe, and that he did not pull the trigger. The upcoming trial is expected to re-examine the chaotic and tragic minutes of the shooting in granular detail, likely featuring testimony from crew members, ballistic experts, and industry safety professionals. Unlike the criminal case, which focused narrowly on Baldwin's actions as the person who...

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